In 2014, Patrick lost his partner, Pack, suddenly and without warning. As he struggled to come to terms with this, he was faced with homophobic prejudice from his partner's family. In horrendous emotional pain and feeling desperately lonely and depressed, he started to use recreational drugs heavily and hit rock-bottom whilst on a trip to Las Vegas.
After being diagnosed with bipolar disorder and getting clean from drugs and alcohol, Patrick thought his fight was over. However, this was not the case. Life had many other obstacles in store for him but this time, he knew how to be strong and he knew he had God on his side for support.
This inspiring and emotive true story shows how anyone can overcome the hurdles life presents them with, if they just have faith and focus on their inner strengths.
Product Details
ISBN-13: 9781999613648
Media Type: Paperback
Publisher: Wallace Publishing
Publication Date: 03-26-2019
Pages: 168
Product Dimensions: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.36d
About the Author
Roland, Patrick a.: - Patrick A. Roland is a gay, bipolar, ex-drug addict, widowed abuse survivor and the author of three great books. His first, Unpacked Sparkle: a Story of Grief and Recovery, kicks off his journey of sobriety and self-love following the death of his partner, Pack, in January 2014. It was published in 2016 by Az Publishing. His second book is a children's book called Sparkle On! This book is about a gecko who is constantly bullied but chooses to fight this torment with love. Sparkle on! was published in 2018 by XLIBRIS. His new book, The Sparkle King, keeps the sparkle flowing as Patrick finds his way through several fear-inducing experiences by constantly choosing faith to overcome them in long-term sobriety. Patrick lives in Phoenix, Az. He is a peer support at a mental health clinic, where he helps others just like himself. He's also earning a Master's in Addiction Counselling at Grand Canyon University and is taking care of his elderly, terminally ill parents. He wants you to know you can do anything you decide to do if you love yourself.